Chicken Broccoli and Rice Casserole

Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
Total time: 45 minutes
Yield: 8-10 Servings

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed
• 3 cups cooked rice, white or brown
• 2 cups broccoli florets, fresh or frozen - lightly steamed
• 1 can cream of chicken soup
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
• 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp. onion powder
• 1/2 tsp. paprika
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. black pepper
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 2 Tbsp. butter, melted

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Lightly grease a 9x13" baking dish.
2. Prepare ingredients: Cook rice according to package instructions. Lightly steam broccoli until just tender. If using frozen, thaw and drain well.
3. Mix sauce: in a large bowl, whisk together cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. 
4. Combine casserole: Stir in cooked chicken, rice, broccoli, and 1 cup of the cheddar cheese. Mix until well combined. 
5. Assemble: spread mixture evenly into prepared baking dish. Top with the remaining 1/2 cup cheddar cheese.
6. Optional topping: mix breadcrumbs with 2 Tbsp. melted butter and crumble on top of the casserole.
7. Bake: Place in oven and bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, until heated through and cheese is bubbly and golden.
8. Serve: Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm!

Recipe from theferventmama.com